LD. Ultrasound Tech

Stamford Health•Stamford, CT

8d•$45 - $71

About The Position

The Lead Ultrasound Technologist manages and coordinates daily staff and ultrasound operations. The role oversees equipment quality assurance, modality protocols, procedure audits, preventive maintenance, safety and regulatory compliance, accreditation, supply inventory, staff scheduling, orientation and competencies. The Lead Technologist supports training and education for sonographer students, registered nurses, and residents, and coordinates maintenance of Viewpoint. Policy, protocol, or operational changes require approval from the Medical Director and Practice Manager; disciplinary matters are handled in conjunction with the Practice Manager. The role participates in performance management processes, professional development, and appropriate community and institutional activities. The position serves patients from birth through age 64, including neonates and infants, children, adolescents, and adults. Daily work involves manual dexterity and motor coordination, prolonged standing, and intermittent handling or carrying of heavy items over 30 pounds. The work environment may include exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, body fluids, uneven or slippery surfaces, and occupational risks such as cuts, needle punctures, burns, toxic chemicals, falls, and back injuries.

Requirements

Graduate from an ARRT-certified training program.
Certified by ARDM with an OB specialty.
Licensed in Connecticut as an OB/GYN Ultrasound Technologist.
CPR certified.
Nasal Bone certification.
Nuchal Translucency certification.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Registered or registry-eligible for the Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographer examination.

Responsibilities

Manage and coordinate daily staff.
Monitor equipment quality assurance checks for compliance.
Develop and maintain modality protocols.
Perform procedure audits for quality improvement analysis.
Coordinate preventive maintenance for modality units.
Ensure safety standards and maintain the Environment of Care in compliance with regulatory agencies.
Maintain accreditation, including new accreditation and reaccreditation.
Assist in maintaining supply inventory.
Participate with the Director in training and educating sonographer students, registered nurses, and residents.
Communicate appropriately using good interpersonal skills.
Maintain orientation guidelines for staff technologists and students and oversee initial onboarding competencies.
Ensure completion of ongoing Ultrasound competencies.
Obtain approval from the Medical Director and Practice Manager before making changes to policies, protocols, or operations.
Work with the Practice Manager to address concerns; the role does not handle disciplinary action.
Develop and maintain the daily schedule.
Participate in the mid-year and annual PMP process.
Coordinate Viewpoint maintenance and resolve related issues.
Pursue workshops and in-services to refine technical expertise and stay current on ultrasound and perinatal nursing.
Participate in outside programs and community activities to represent the institution as appropriate.